Network Updates / Washington, DC, United States / 2017-09-01

The District is World’s First LEED Platinum City:
Recognized by U.S. Green Building Council

On August 31, Washington, DC was recognized by the U.S. Green Building Council for achieving its goals in sustainability and resiliency.

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Washington, DC Named First LEED Platinum City in the World

“Washington, DC is setting the bar for smart cities all around the world by leveraging technology and data to achieve sustainability and resiliency goals, creating healthy and safe communities where citizens can thrive,” said Mahesh Ramanujam, President and CEO at USGBC and GBCI. “Mayor Bowser and the city are once again showing that our nation’s capital is performing at the highest levels and that its buildings, neighborhoods and communities are as sustainable as possible.”

Read more at DC.gov.